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In search of a candy-colored, chewy, nostalgic kind of dessert that would suit kids and adults? The Fruity Pebbles Rice Crispy Treats Recipe is the solution to the world of no-bake snacks that are fruity and crunchy in each bite.
This colorful variation of the old standby rice crispy treat requires very few ingredients and can be made in less than 15 minutes with very little of your time, with the blistering result that–hey! It passes the taste test to boot!
What Are Rice Crispy Treats Fruity Pebbles?
Fruity Pebbles Rice Crispy Treats are an entertaining assortment of Rice Krispies atop treats. Rather than a simple puffed rice trifle, we are going to Fruity Pebbles, the fruity-flavored cereal that makes milk magical and desserts a party.
They are sweet, gooey, a bit chewy, and the right portion of crunchiness, and are just perfect to be served at birthday parties, or school lunch, or potluck, or even as a fun snack at home.
The Story of my Discovery of this Colourful Comfort Food
My first taste of Fruity Pebbles Rice Crispy Treats was when I was at the baby shower of one of my friends. And the stars were those sweet things of her dessert table, a nostalgic, bright assortment. I was hooked after a single bite. The crunch was the marshmallow, the fruity taste–it was love, first chew.
I had to reproduce them in my kitchen. Through a couple of experiments (overly dry, overly sticky), I came up with the combination of cereal to marshmallows, to butter that just worked right. Now they are used at all the parties, bake sales, or when one needs a bit of color on the table.
Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to whip up a batch of these rainbow delights:
- 6 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
- 5 cups mini marshmallows (plus 1 extra cup for later)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but recommended)
- Pinch of salt (to balance the sweetness)
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (stirred in at the end)
- Sprinkles for an extra pop
- Drizzle of melted white chocolate on top after cooling
Instructions for Fruity Pebbles Rice Crispy Treats.
1. Melt the Butter and the Marshmallows
Melt the butter in a big saucepan over a low heat. When it is melted, add 5 cups of marshmallows and keep mixing until they are all well mixed and liquefied.
Hint: Do not heat high enough to cook or toughen up the marshmallows. The important ingredient in soft and chewy treats is low and slow.
2. Add Salt and Vanilla
After the mixture is smooth like silk, add a dash of the vanilla extract and a pinch of the salt. This adds Bass to spice the taste and counteracts the sweetness.
3. Mix with Cereal
Take the saucepan off the heat and add in the Fruity Pebbles cereal, and mix thoroughly until each piece has been thoroughly covered by the mixture of melted gooey marshmallow.
4. Let in Extra Marshmallows
Add the rest of the 1 cup of mini marshmallows and mix in. These will be melted only a bit and add some chew and marshmallowy holes to the treats.
5. Pan transfer
Pour mixture quickly into a greased 9×9 inch or 9×13 inch baking pan, depending on what thickness of squares you desire. Press the mixture, using some waxed paper or greased hands, into the pan and smooth up the sides.
Be careful not to add too much pressure, as they end up being elastic and chewy!
6. Let Cool and Slice
Leave the treats to cool down at room temperature (it takes approximately 30-45 minutes). When they are ready, use a sharp knife and cut them into squares or rectangles. Enjoy and serve!
Frequently Asked Questions
May I turn them non-dairy or vegan?
Yes! Use butter of plant origin and vegan marshmallows. Some brands provide animal by-products-free fruity cereals.
Can I use big marshmallows?
You can! They just need to be briefly chopped so they melt properly.
Why are my cookies too tough?
This mostly occurs when you use too much heat to melt these marshmallows or when you press them too much into the pan.
Final Thoughts
This recipe of Fruity Pebbles Rice Crispy Treats will not disappoint anyone fond of nostalgic treats with a twist. It is a fun, cheery dessert that you simply cannot resist, and it all assembles within minutes. It doesn’t matter what occasion it is that you are making them, i.e., birthday, bake sale, lunch box treats, etc, fright or just because? This dessert just seems to make everyone happy, no matter what the generational gap is.
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Fruity Pebbles Rice Crispy Treats Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
- 5 cups mini marshmallows (plus 1 extra cup for later)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but recommended)
- Pinch of salt (to balance the sweetness)
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (stirred in at the end)
- Sprinkles for an extra pop
- Drizzle of melted white chocolate on top after cooling
Instructions
Melt the Butter and the Marshmallows
- Melt the butter in a big saucepan over a low heat. When it is melted, add 5 cups of marshmallows and keep mixing until they are all well mixed and liquefied.
- Hint: Do not heat high enough to cook or toughen up the marshmallows. The important ingredient in soft and chewy treats is low and slow.
Add Salt and Vanilla
- After the mixture is smooth like silk, add a dash of the vanilla extract and a pinch of the salt. This adds Bass to spice the taste and counteracts the sweetness.
Mix with Cereal
- Take the saucepan off the heat and add in the Fruity Pebbles cereal, and mix thoroughly until each piece has been thoroughly covered by the mixture of melted gooey marshmallow.
Let in Extra Marshmallows
- Add the rest of the 1 cup of mini marshmallows and mix in. These will be melted only a bit and add some chew and marshmallowy holes to the treats.
Pan transfer
- Pour mixture quickly into a greased 9×9 inch or 9×13 inch baking pan, depending on what thickness of squares you desire. Press the mixture, using some waxed paper or greased hands, into the pan and smooth up the sides.
- Be careful not to add too much pressure, as they end up being elastic and chewy!
Let Cool and Slice
- Leave the treats to cool down at room temperature (it takes approximately 30-45 minutes). When they are ready, use a sharp knife and cut them into squares or rectangles. Enjoy and serve!
Norma Parker is a recipe creator at Nomqom.com. She shares simple, tasty, and easy home-cooking ideas for everyday meals. Her goal is to help home cooks make delicious food with confidence.